Hamide Aslan
About Hamide Aslan
Hamide Aslan serves as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Vector Molecular Biology Unit within the Laboratory of Malaria and Vector Research at the National Institutes of Health, where she has worked since 2009. She holds a Master's degree in Epidemiology from Ecole Nationale D'ingénieurs Des Travaux Agricoles De Clermont - Ferrand, which she completed in 2004.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Hamide Aslan has been employed at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2009. She holds the position of Postdoctoral Researcher at the Vector Molecular Biology Unit within the Laboratory of Malaria and Vector Research, part of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). Her work focuses on research related to malaria and vector biology, contributing to the understanding and potential control of vector-borne diseases.
Education and Expertise
Hamide Aslan studied at the Ecole Nationale D'ingénieurs Des Travaux Agricoles De Clermont - Ferrand, where she gained foundational knowledge in agricultural engineering. Additionally, she pursued a Master's degree in Epidemiology from 2003 to 2004, enhancing her expertise in disease patterns, causes, and effects within populations. This educational background supports her research endeavors in vector biology and malaria.
Background
Hamide Aslan has a background in both engineering and epidemiology, which informs her current research at the NIH. Her interdisciplinary training allows her to approach complex health issues from multiple perspectives, particularly in the context of vector-borne diseases. She has been active in her field for over 15 years, focusing on the intersection of vector biology and public health.
Research Focus
At the NIH, Hamide Aslan's research primarily involves the study of malaria and its vectors. Her work contributes to the broader efforts in understanding how these vectors operate and how they can be managed to reduce the incidence of malaria. This research is critical for developing effective strategies for disease prevention and control.